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Value Breakdown
Dollar Value
$4,200.00
Based on average redemption value of 1.40¢ per mile
Smart Recommendations
Best Time to Book
For the best chance to book award flights with Southwest Airlines, aim to book your tickets in early January for travel during the peak summer months of June and July, as availability tends to open up significantly right after the holiday rush.
Sweet Spot
You can redeem 30,000 Southwest Rapid Rewards points for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Denver, which typically costs around $300 in cash, offering a value of 1 cent per point.
Routing Trick
Book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York City (JFK) via Chicago (ORD) instead of a direct flight, as this routing can save you approximately 1,500 miles due to Southwest's pricing structure that often offers cheaper fares for connecting flights.
Avoid These Fees
Avoid flying on Spirit Airlines, as they often charge up to $65 for carry-on bags and $50 for checked luggage, significantly increasing your travel costs.
Alternative Airlines
Alaska
Oneworld233,333 miles (-66,667 miles)
Spirit
420,000 miles (+120,000 miles)
Frontier
381,818 miles (+81,818 miles)